Physical activity in paid work time for desk-based employees: a qualitative study of employers' and employees' perspectives.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Poor physical and mental health of employees create significant problems in the workplace. Physical activity (PA) has been shown as an effective strategy for preventing and treating numerous physical and mental health issues as well as work performance outcomes. However, there are many barriers to taking part in PA (such as lack of time) with participation rates typically low. Providing PA in paid work time might be a way to overcome these issues, yet employers' and employees' opinions of this concept are unknown. The aim of this study was to explore employee and employer perspectives of PA in paid work time.

Methods

Workplaces were recruited through existing contacts on the research team. Focus groups and interviews were conducted with employees and managers at o

SUBMITTER: Ryde GC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7137494 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature